Black-faced Hawk vs Snail Kite
Leucopternis melanops compared with Rostrhamus sociabilis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-faced Hawk | Snail Kite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leucopternis melanops | Rostrhamus sociabilis |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.2 cm (16.6 in) | 69.0 cm (27.2 in) |
| Weight | 327.25 g (11.54 oz) | 375.75 g (13.25 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-faced Hawk
Least Concern
Snail Kite
About These Birds
Black-faced Hawk
The Black-faced Hawk is a small, compact raptor with white plumage, black-tipped wings and tail, and a distinctive black mask across the face. It inhabits humid lowland tropical forests of Amazonia, occurring in Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and adjacent countries. It hunts reptiles, frogs, large insects, and small mammals in forest interior and along rivers.